ok so im debating on a couple options here as to what brand to go with... im leaning mostly on the bilstien's side, and mostly i know they are a good brand. im looking to replace all 4. so everyone's thoughts?

Mr Chill

10-15-2011 05:39 PM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

I have seen two different bilsteins, the standard and hd. I put the hd's on all four corners last month. I like the way they ride on factory springs. There is a lot less float and wobble, and just a bit more vibration transmitted to the interior on rough surfaces. Cornering is improved as body lean is much less than before. You also get a little free lift, most noticeably it evened up the front of mine so it doesn't look so raked forward. For ~$300 and probably never having to replace them again, i'm happy.

Crestwood1001

10-16-2011 08:45 PM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

Bilsteins.

NorthNJwk

10-16-2011 08:49 PM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

^^What Crestwood said, Bilsteins!

Crestwood1001

10-16-2011 08:53 PM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

Best upgrade for the $ for the WK, should have come from the factory like this. Just get them, dont even need to consider it, get the HD's and call it a day.

Drew's'Z

10-17-2011 04:28 PM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

Are these the part numbers 24-186797 are for the front and 24-186803 for the back. Is this correct? Also where to buy them from?

Billyb.cpt

10-18-2011 11:45 AM

Re: best shock/strut to go with?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr Chill
(Post 499301)

I have seen two different bilsteins, the standard and hd. I put the hd's on all four corners last month. I like the way they ride on factory springs. There is a lot less float and wobble, and just a bit more vibration transmitted to the interior on rough surfaces. Cornering is improved as body lean is much less than before. You also get a little free lift, most noticeably it evened up the front of mine so it doesn't look so raked forward. For ~$300 and probably never having to replace them again, i'm happy.

Is there alot more cabin noise than stock? I have a few rattles and noises that piss me off, sounds like an damn orchestra haha. Especially living in the city with potholes and a ton of uneven surfaces.